Verdict
The RM33,800 gap buys the Zeekr 7X a 416 hp motor, 450 kW DC charging and considerably fuller parking assistance, while its 800V system can accept charging at far higher rates than the Tesla’s 170 kW. But the Model 3 counters with a 534 km range, 54 km more than the 7X, a 594-litre boot and RM280 annual road tax against RM615. The 7X is only 0.2 seconds quicker to 100 km/h, so Malaysian buyers choosing the Tesla are not giving away much straight-line pace.
Pick the Tesla Model 3 if 534 km range, a 594-litre boot and RM280 annual road tax matter more than SUV form and rapid charging.
Pick the Zeekr 7X if you want an SUV with 416 hp, 450 kW DC charging, V2L and a 360-degree parking camera.
Key differences
- Price: Tesla Model 3 RM149,000; Zeekr 7X RM182,800.
- Range: Tesla Model 3 534 km; Zeekr 7X 480 km.
- Motor output: Tesla Model 3 279 hp and 420 Nm; Zeekr 7X 416 hp and 440 Nm.
- DC charging: Tesla Model 3 170 kW; Zeekr 7X 450 kW.
- AC charging: Tesla Model 3 11 kW; Zeekr 7X 22 kW.
- Road tax: Tesla Model 3 RM280 per year; Zeekr 7X RM615 per year.
Model 3
- 534 km range, 54 km more than the 7X.
- 594-litre boot, 55 litres larger than the 7X’s.
- RM33,800 lower purchase price and lower annual road tax.
- 170 kW DC charging trails the 7X’s 450 kW maximum.
- 279 hp and 420 Nm are down on the 7X’s 416 hp and 440 Nm.
- No front or rear parking sensors, 360-degree monitor, auto parking or head-up display.
7X
- 450 kW DC and 22 kW AC charging capability.
- 416 hp, 440 Nm and a 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Gets V2L, six front and six rear parking sensors, a 360-degree monitor and auto parking.
- Costs RM33,800 more and incurs RM335 more annual road tax.
- 480 km range is 54 km short of the Model 3.
- 539-litre boot is 55 litres smaller than the Model 3’s.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,000✓ | RM182,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM280✓ | RM615 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 800V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 279 hp | 416 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 62.5 kWh | 75 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 534 km✓ | 480 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 170 kW | 450 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Single-ratio Transmission | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Tesla | — |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.2 seconds | 6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,720 mm | 4,787 mm |
| Width | 2,089 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,441 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 2,900 mm |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 594 litres✓ | 539 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R18 | 255/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R18 | 255/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Prismata Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Prismata Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Matrix LED Projectors with LED Projector Lighting Panel |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Electric Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 7 Speakers | 16" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 21-speaker Zeekr Sound Pro |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Dual Wireless Qi Chargers | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 80,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Model 3 vs 7X FAQ
Is the Tesla Model 3 or Zeekr 7X better?
The Model 3 is the stronger efficiency-led choice, with 534 km range, a larger 594-litre boot and lower road tax. Choose the 7X for SUV body style, 416 hp performance, much faster charging and substantially more parking technology.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 7X costs RM33,800 more than the Tesla Model 3.
Which one charges faster?
The Zeekr 7X charges faster on paper, accepting up to 22 kW AC and 450 kW DC. The Tesla Model 3 is rated at 11 kW AC and 170 kW DC.